Cardiff City Centre Travel Guide

Cardiff

A bustling urban square with modern architecture, including a distinctive glass building and a large circular sculpture.
A busy pedestrian area with historic red brick buildings, a variety of shops, and people walking.
A city street with historic buildings, a modern high-rise, and a pedestrian walkway.
A historic building with ornate architecture and a statue, a tree-lined street, and pedestrians.
A historic stone castle atop a hill with a modern building in the background.

Stay near popular Cardiff City Centre attractions

A modern stadium with a unique architectural design, a river in the foreground, and a bridge connecting to another area.

Principality Stadium

9.0/10 (893 reviews)
The spiritual home of Welsh rugby, the Principality Stadiumin Cardiff is one of the most famous sporting arenas on the planet, envied the world over for its cauldron-like atmosphere and state-of-the-art facilities.
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Things to do

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

Cardiff Bay Boat Tour

฿713
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Cardiff Bay Boat Tour
From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour

From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour

฿2,007
per adult
From Barry Island: Gavin and Stacey Tour
Upside Down House Cardiff Entry Ticket

Upside Down House Cardiff Entry Ticket

฿310
per adult
Upside Down House Cardiff Entry Ticket
Luggage Storage in Cardiff

Luggage Storage in Cardiff

฿297
per adult
Luggage Storage in Cardiff
Cardiff in a Day

Cardiff in a Day

฿3,790
per adult
Cardiff in a Day
The Wandering Bard's Mythical West Wales Tour

Pembroke Castle, Tenby and Laugharne in a day.

฿3,567
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pembroke Castle, Tenby and Laugharne in a day.
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Top hotels in Cardiff City Centre

The Angel Hotel

The Angel Hotel

3 out of 5
Castle Street Cardiff Wales
The price is ฿2,259 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿2,259
฿2,711 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very good! (3,410 reviews)
"Good speedy check inn and out"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

The Angel Hotel
The Parkgate Hotel

The Parkgate Hotel

4 out of 5
Westgate Street Cardiff Wales
The price is ฿4,036 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿4,036
฿4,844 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
The Parkgate Hotel
Clayton Hotel Cardiff

Clayton Hotel Cardiff

4 out of 5
St Mary Street Cardiff Wales
The price is ฿2,542 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿2,542
฿3,050 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Clayton Hotel Cardiff
Park Plaza Cardiff

Park Plaza Cardiff

4 out of 5
Grey friars Road Cardiff Wales
The price is ฿3,267 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿3,267
฿3,921 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Park Plaza Cardiff
Novotel Cardiff Centre

Novotel Cardiff Centre

4 out of 5
Schooner Way, Atlantic Wharf Cardiff Wales
The price is ฿2,654 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿2,654
฿3,185 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
Novotel Cardiff Centre
Cardiff Marriott Hotel

Cardiff Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
Mill Lane Cardiff Wales
The price is ฿3,514 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿3,514
฿4,217 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cardiff. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Cardiff Marriott Hotel
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Where to stay in Cardiff City Centre

Find the best Cardiff City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Cardiff City Centre
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A historic castle with a moat, surrounded by modern buildings with illuminated signs.

Castle Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Cardiff Market to St. David's – discover Castle Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

A waterfront cityscape at dusk with a prominent Ferris wheel, a clock tower, and a calm harbor reflecting the sunset.

Butetown

The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Butetown. A stop by Coal Exchange building or Wales Millennium Centre might round out your trip.

A river with a boat, a bridge, and modern buildings.
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Grangetown

You'll enjoy the bars and live music in Grangetown. You might want to make time for a stop at Cardiff Bay or Cardiff International Sports Village.

A suspension bridge over a river with leafless trees in the background.

Pontcanna

Bars, historical sites and gardens highlight some of the notable features of Pontcanna. Make a stop by Swalec Stadium while you're exploring.

A calm lake with ducks, surrounded by trees and a clock tower.

Roath

Travellers like the theatres in Roath, and The Gate Arts and Community Centre is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Cardiff City Centre Travel Guide